Christopher Reeder, DO (retired)

This is day one after surgery and I couldn’t be happier. I went from a 32A to a 32C and it’s perfect for my body size as I am 5’9” and athletic built. Dr Reeder’s staff is amazing and answers any questions that I have. I would recommend him to anyone in the Dayton, Cincinnati area! I have been searching for the right surgeon for 3 years and Dr Reeder was it for me.

I'll start from the beginning :)
I had my son when I was 15 years old I was not fully done developing as a woman and I had to breastfed my son. When I was pregnant and feeding I was a D cup. I was a small perky B cup before I got pregnant. When I stopped feeding my boobs shriveled up and lost a lot of tissue and became just sagging skin. I have been dreaming of a breast augmentation since. I'm now 20 years old and finally got my boob job. I have been working in the entertainment industry for 3 years and all the girls I work with have their boobs done and 90% all done by Dr Christopher Reeder the other 10% have well some issues with their boobs I noticed just not what i want so I chose to make my consultation with Dr Reeder. Before I had my consultation I got online to reach.com and printed off the coupon he put in their mag where he offered $3,299 special this covers total cost for saline implants. I wanted silicone but I'm not old enough in ohio you have to be 22 to get silicone. I got to my consultation with my boyfriend and as soon as we got to the room the nurse was so nice joking with me trying on implant sizes and making me feel very comfortable. Dr reeder then came in asked me about what size I chose and I thought I wanted about 450 no bigger but as we talked I told him I wanted a bit more cleavage and wanted to fill the extra skin I had do there was no sagging. He made it clear big was the right chose he told me about how the implants are wide so the bigger you get the closer of cleavage you can achieve but I have a wide chest so it may not be very extreme for me. I tried on the 500ccs and loved it he had me keep 500 in one side then 550 in the other and decide I of course chose the 550ccs I mean everyone always wishes they would have went bigger after they heal up so why not. He told me he wanted to go 575 on my left breast because it had less tissue and go 550 on my right. And he was going to use 525 bags and fill them to 575/550 to reduce ripples. Dr Reeder suggested I also get a Pain Pump it's two little tubes one that goes into each breast and is connected to a ball filled with local anistetic to numb your breast to help with pain. You carry the ball around in a little purse thingy lol. The pain pump costs $300. I then paid in cash for the surgery and pain pump right there the total was $,3700 with the pain pump. Since I paid in full they got me in fast we set the date for December 3rd. Finally December 3rd was here and I had to be at the hospital at 8:30 my surgery was in west chester surgery center. They had my bf wait in the waiting room and had me go back they had me go to the bathroom and pee for a pregnancy test then wipe my chest to mid belly with these wipes then put me in a purple weird gown. They started my Iv with fluids and I cried so hard wile they did my Iv I hate Ivs but the two nurses where older ladies and seriously the nices women and one held and rubbed my hand wile I got my Iv. They then brought my bf back finally lol. They asked me all my health questions then we sat and waited. My anistitioligist came in talked everything over then Dr Reeder came in he had my implant and drew all over me and went over to conform my size I wanted. Then it was time for surgery. Iv never been so scared in my life I cried wile my boyfriend held me and said I'd be fine he kissed me and off I went into surgery I walked into this big white room that's freezing and I was shaking so bad so they covered me in Hott blankets I laid there crying so scared and the sweet nurse from early played with my hair and told me don't worry if be ok and next thing you know I was out. I woke up in recovery and the first thing I did was look down and say dang maybe I should have went bigger the nurse died laughing she assured me I was going to be a large d or dd so that's good. She asked me how my pain was and I felt pressure not really pain and she just pounded and punded me with pain meds in my Iv I didn't feel a thing after that then they moved me to my room where my boyfriend was waiting I couldn't wait to see him he says I was supper loopy lol I was definitely in la la land. I ate crackers and ice chips was so good after not eating since midnight the night before. But with new big boobs I didn't know you could loose so many crumbs in your boobs lol. I soon was able to go home I don't remember a lot I was still pretty loopy but I remember filling my meds then going home right to bed. I didn't feel much pain but a lot of pressure and discomfort. I took my pills like said 30 mins before my due time and it said take one or two so I took two each time this definitely helps you manage the pain and keep it consistant I also had that pain ball. After three days I started only taking one and a half pills each time I was due. I definitely didn't leave the couch much and had everything I could need on a tray infront of the couch. My boyfriend did my meal preps for me before he went to work each night and put them in the fridge for me to just heat up and eat so that helped a lot. I kept bottled waters by the couch too. The Saturday after my surgery it was time for my boyfriend to pull my pain tubes out seriously this is insane! Poor guy that's all I have to say but the tubes are about a foot long inside your breast and they will bleed little just clean the spit and put a bandaid on the little spot. It doesn't hurt but it does have a slight burn feeling do not watch though trust me. My poor boyfriend and I both almost passed out. But he got it out lol.
It has now been 11 days since my surgery and I'm feeling a lot better. I went to my follow up with dr reeder yesterday. Thank goodness because I had so many questions I mean they haven't dropped completely so things still look a little funny so I was worried but he said my breasts are looking perfect and going to heal amazing he told me it's time to start massaging them to keep them from getting hard. And to take my take off in a few days. And when they are healed completly his office sells good scar cream he suggested. I was worried because in some spots you can feel my implant from touch but with the lack of tissue I had and how big I went this is normal and you can't see it but I just didn't want my boyfriend to be turned off by it but he seems to love playing with my breast and told me he doesn't care he can feel it. And things are definitely getting funner ;) I'm bouncing back and forth between a d and dd bra so when they drop completely I'll prob be a large dd. witch they don't look bad or too big they look perfect with my body in my eyes. I can't wait till they drop and fluff and look even better. I'll keep you updated with pics.

Updated on 13 Dec 2014:


Updated on 14 Dec 2014:
I still have a lot of bruising does anyone have any suggestions on how to get rid of the bruising?

I am having BA on Feb. 23rd. I am 5'4" and 100ish lbs. I have 2 children. An 8 year old little girl and a 5 month old little boy. Both were breastfed for the first 3 months. I am currently a 32 A (that may be an exageration). I am having 325cc Smooth round Mentor Saline implants filled to 350cc placed subpectorally. For the last few weeks I have soooo anxious and scared about the surgery. Now, after reading about recovery from all the ladies on here I am so excited! I would love to hear any recovery tips ect. from you ladies that have been down this road. I so can't wait to finally be comfortable in a bathing suit!



Updated on 25 Feb 2012:
I am 1 day post op! I am feeling great! My surgery went great. The surgical facility treated me like a queen. I did not feel anxious like I had anticipated. I woke up from surgery and the first thing I said was "28 years and I finally have boobies". It cracked my husband up. I am sore but would not describe the sensation as pain at all. It feels like I did 100 push ups then my milk came in for all those women that have had children. I have only taken the surgical bra off a couple of times, but so far I am loving what I see. The only thing I would change at this point is to have had this done many years ago! I will be posting before and after pictures Sunday when I take my marcaine pump out. I ended up getting 300cc saline, round, moderate profile implants placed under the muscle my left is filled to 325cc and my right is filled to 338cc.

Updated on 4 Mar 2012:
I am now 10 days post op and couldn't feel better! I have NO pain, my incisions are healing nicely, and my breasts look great! I am so thrilled with the results. They are so much softer than I thought they would be. I spent an hour or so tonight trying on all the clothes that I always hated because of my flat chest. I loved the way each and every thing looked on me. I finally feel complete. I know that may sound shallow, but my flat chest was a source of concern for me for so long. I could never just accept the fact that I was flat chested. I would wear padded bras, heck who am I kidding I would layer them : ) It feels so liberating to be sitting here in a tank top with no bra and not feel uncomfortable. I am so incredibly glad that I did this! I am now fully able to care for my 5 month old baby on my own, drive and do just about everything I did before my procedure. I have taken no pain meds since the second day post op. I had my first post op appointment with my PS 2 days ago. He showed me the massage techniques to help reduce capsular contracture.

Updated on 20 Mar 2012:
I am now 4 weeks post op and loving life! I am feeling great, no pain at all. I removed the last of the steri strips from my incision a week ago and the scarring isn't bad at all. I am using Mederma on them daily to help the fade a little quicker. I have full range of motion in both arms and full strength. I was fitted for a bra last week and to my surprise I am a 30-32 D. My worst fear was being a D cup, but they really don't look that big and I am thrilled with them. I have been doing the massage suggested by my PS 3-4 times a day and they have softened up quite a bit. My right is still up a little higher than my left at this point. My husband says he can't tell, but I can. I am sure that will pass in time. I love my new chest and all the new clothes I have gotten to go with them. Yesterday I had on a bathing suit for the first time! I have NEVER felt so comfortable in my own skin. No regrets from this gal!

I feel so horrible about my body. I have lost 80lbs through diet and excercise am am left with a saggy body. I knew when I started my weight loss journey 2 years ago that I would be here, as my trainer warned me :) My goal is to just be normal and wear clothes that fit. I am feeling confused, as I feel that the Dr.s are not listening to me as to what I want. I don't want to pay for this and go through the pain if its not what I want :) I want breast implants for fullness at the top and a "round" apprearance. Not just a lift. I have learned that this site is a wonderful inspiration and I am so happy that I have found it :)


Updated on 30 Aug 2012:
This week I am having really wierd feelings. I am quitting smoking (chantix) . It's making me crazy!!! I also am feeling scared about things like...what if I have breast cancer and they find it and I can't get my breasts done. What if I am not healthy enough to get the surgery? I have worked so hard for this. I really think the quitting smoking is really mentally exhausting. I know it will be worth it for sure and is a normal part of the journey.

Updated on 3 Jan 2013:
Not sure if it was worth it. I am 2 weeks post op and my belly is twice as big above my belly button

I went to see him for a tummy tuck consultation. Upon meeting him the first impression was he was a jerk. The appointment didn't get any better from there. He basically stated I was too heavy for the procedure. Once he decided that, which was the moment he laid eyes on me, the consultation was over. He refused to answer questions or even be professional. I paid for him to treat me like crap!!!!! The Dr. I decided to use to have my procedure asked if he was really a PS when I had told him about this consult and couldn't believe I was told I was too heavy. (I went to 4 additional consultations and did not have anything but good experiences and positive feedback from those PS and none stated I was too heavy or would have any issues). I wouldn't recommend this guy to my worse enemy. When you work in a mostly self pay type field bedside manner and professionalism will make or break you. I honestly don't know how he still has a practice.

I'm so excited for this day. My surgery is one week from today. I've been after a breast reduction since hifh school I'm in between a 38DD and a 38DDD. I want to go down to a 38D so that my body will still be proportioned right. I'm 5'4.5 and 210lbs. I've tried lossing weight but my breast have never went down. I'm so ready for next week.

Updated on 15 Mar 2015:
Today I'm 3 days post op for the most part I've felt pretty good. The pain is minimal and it's way better than the pain I had before from the weight of my breast. Today I will be removing my drain tubes kind of nervous about that but overall I'm extremely happy. I will post pictures after my shower.

Updated on 26 Mar 2015:


Updated on 27 Mar 2015:
I had my first post-op appointment this morning and it went good. Dr. Reeder remove the one stitch from each side that he had put in. He told me that I was doing ao well he wanted to see me back in 6-8 weeks. I got a script for scar cream he told me if insurance wouldn't cover it to just buy ScarGuard or if I find something better I can do that but he recommends the ScarGuard. I'm excited to start the scar deminishing phase. I'll post pics late.

Updated on 8 May 2015:
This is the best decision I could have ever made. My body feels and looks amazing. My left breast still has some scar tissue but that's to be expected. Dr. Reeder told me he remove a total of 4 lbs from my chest. I was also informed that I'm healing wonderful. I will post pictures later.

Updated on 9 May 2015:


Updated on 22 May 2015:
Hey just wanted to update you guys on my progress. I'm almost 3 months post-op and I'm in love with how my breast turned out so far. They are so perky without a bra. My nipple do get hard randomly that's why I felt I needed to get back in a regular bar because my sports bra is no longer enough.

Updated on 11 Aug 2015:
Nothing has changed in the last 2 months except my nipples are super sensitive and the zingers are more frequent

I am a mother to a down syndrome daughter who is one. I want to achieve the fake large look. I am 5"2 currently 110 lbs. I am planning on 600 cc's. I want to achieve the un-natural fake look. I find these look to be very appealing on a small frame. I had my consult recently. My PS seems very professional. I am pleased that he very straight forward and honest. I like how professional he is. I felt very comfortable meeting with him.